2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Ford Econoline and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Econoline | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
